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ISLAM vs ILIA: Why 2026 Is the Year This Clash Must Happen
Two champions. Two legacies. One inevitable collision.
In 2026, the stars arenât just aligning â theyâre charging straight at each other. Islam Makhachev, the Dagestani tactician turned welterweight monster, and Ilia Topuria, the undefeated Spanish-Georgian phenom with fire in his fists, are circling each other like planets preparing to collide
Eric J Herrholz
Dec 30, 20252 min read
Islam Makhachev Eyes Middleweight Gold, Rules Out Alex Pereira Showdown
Islam Makhachev open to middleweight title fight with Dricus du Plessis, says Alex Pereira is âtoo muchâ
Mark Myword
Jan 20, 20252 min read
Dana White reveals who should fight Makhachev next!
Dana White has an idea of who Islam Makhachev will fight next after UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi. Makhachev (25-1 MMA) defended his lightweight...
Larry Lightfinger
Oct 22, 20231 min read
Islam Mahachev's believes Michael Chandler will retire after fighting McGregor
Michael Chandler's coaching battle and eventual bout against Conor McGregor, according to UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev, will...
Larry Lightfinger
Feb 9, 20232 min read
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